About Kem
The surname Kem is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kem," meaning "comb." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or used combs. The name Kem may have been given to individuals who were skilled in the craft of comb-making or had a distinctive comb-like feature in their appearance. Over time, this occupational surname became hereditary and passed down through generations.
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The surname Kem is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kem based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Kem in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kem using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.